Chorley Canine Solutions - Dog trainer, walker in Chorley

11/11/2024

22/09/2024

Happy 13th Birthday dude!!! 🎉 🎁🎂🎊

I can't believe you're in your teens 😮😍

He's got a super tasty pigs snout treat for when he drags his bum out of bed 🤣

13/09/2024

Success Stories and Encouragement

Success stories inspire us all! 🌟

Share your dog’s progress with positive reinforcement training. Whether it's mastering recall, lead walking, or overcoming adolescent behaviour, your journey can motivate others.

Let's celebrate small victories and encourage each other. Keep up the great work! 🐾🎉

11/09/2024

Effective Training for Adolescent Dogs

Training an adolescent dog requires consistency and patience. 🐾

Maintain a regular training schedule and reinforce good behaviour with treats, toys, and praise. Be clear with your cues and reward immediately.

Avoid rushing the training process. Focus on building a strong foundation and gradually introduce more complex commands. Stay positive! 🐶💪

09/09/2024

Understanding Adolescent Dog Behaviour

Adolescent dogs can be challenging! 🐾
During this phase, your dog might forget previously learned cues and show more independence.

Stay consistent with training and use positive reinforcement to guide them. Understand that this is a normal part of their development. Patience and persistence will help you through this stage! 🐕✨

Discover Tailored Training Today! Your dog deserves the best. Begin their journey to obedience with us! 🐶 Contact Nicky directly at 07872 640242, email us at [email protected], or explore more at Chorley Canine Solutions.

06/09/2024

Lead Walking Challenges and Solutions

Improve lead walking with the "reward zone" method! 🐕
1. Keep treats in your hand and reward your dog for walking in the "reward zone" beside you.
2. Use verbal markers to reinforce good behaviour.

Gradually increase the time between rewards as they improve. Consistency and patience are key! 🐾✨

04/09/2024

Troubleshooting Lead Walking Issues

Pulling on the lead? 🐕 Here are some tips!

Reward your dog in line with your knee, this creates a hot spot for your dog to hang around

Use verbal markers to reward your dog the second they get it right

Work on teaching your dog the value of eye contact

Consistent practice in different environments helps. Remember, patience and consistency will pay off! 🐾✅

Discover Tailored Training Today! Your dog deserves the best. Begin their journey to obedience with us! 🐶 Contact Nicky directly at 07872 640242, email us at [email protected], or explore more at Chorley Canine Solutions.

03/09/2024

✨New puppy class dates in October from a fellow dog trainer Haigh Hounds✨

I will be attending the howl-o-ween games class to help out and have fun with the pups 🐶🎃

🐾Grab your place by contacting Emily on 07960357048

Science based training for modern dog parents - Helping humans speak dog with positive reinforcement
⭐️IMDT easy Peasy Puppy instructor
⭐️Canine Reactivity specialist and DCT-CDT
⭐️WSDA Scentwork instructor
⭐️ISCP level 6 Advanced behavi

02/09/2024

Introduction to Lead Walking

Proper lead walking is essential for enjoyable walks with your dog! 🐕

Start by using positive reinforcement to encourage loose-lead walking. Use verbal markers and treats to reward your dog for staying close to you.
Begin in a low-distraction area and gradually increase the challenge.

Consistency and patience are key! 🐾✨

Discover Tailored Training Today! Your dog deserves the best. Begin their journey to obedience with us! 🐶 Contact Nicky directly at 07872 640242, email us at [email protected], or explore more at Chorley Canine Solutions.

30/08/2024

Fun Recall Games!!

Make recall training fun with games! 🐾 Try playing recall circuits or fetch to reinforce the recall cue.
Play in a wide open space and call your dog, rewarding them when they catch you. Use fetch to practice recall by calling your dog back to you with the toy. Keep it fun and engaging! 🎾🏃‍♂️

See below for a game of recall circuits!!

28/08/2024

Common Mistakes in Recall Training

Common mistakes in recall training include poor timing of rewards, inconsistent cues, and practicing in high distraction environments.

⏱️ Ensure you're rewarding your dog immediately when they come to you.
Use the same cue every time
Practice in different environments slowly building on the difficulty

Avoid only calling your dog when it’s time to go home (Don’t become the fun police!)
Consistency is key! 🐶✅

If you need help with recall call Nicky on 07872642042
Or visit the website to book: https://www.chorleycaninesolutions.co.uk/

26/08/2024

Introduction to Recall Training

Recall training is crucial for your dog's safety and your peace of mind! 🐾 Start by teaching your dog to come when called. Use a happy tone, clear verbal markers, and high-value treats.

Begin in a distraction-free environment and gradually add more distractions.

Consistent practice will make your recall command strong! 🐕✨

23/08/2024

International blind dog day!!! 🥰

He's amazing!
He's resilient!
He's my boy 💞😍

23/08/2024

Setting the Foundation
Setting a strong foundation is essential in dog training! 🐾

Start with clear cues and consistent rewards. Make sure your dog understands basic commands before moving on to more advanced training or adding in distractions.
Take your time, be patient, and celebrate small victories.

A solid foundation will make future training easier and more effective. Practice makes perfect! 🐶💪

Here's a video of my lad practicing a sit and stand. I use very clear cues so he can get it right 🥰

22/08/2024

Tools for Positive Reinforcement
Let's talk tools for positive reinforcement! 🐕✨

Treats toys, verbal markers, and play are all fantastic ways to reward your dog. Treats are great for quick rewards, toys can keep training fun, and play sessions make learning enjoyable.

Find out what motivates your dog the most and use it to reinforce good behaviour. Consistency is key! 🦴🧸

21/08/2024

What is Positive Reinforcement?

Positive reinforcement is all about rewarding your dog for good behaviour! 🐾 By using treats, toys, and praise, you encourage your dog to repeat the behaviours you want. This method builds trust and strengthens your bond with your dog. 🎉

Remember, it's all about timing and consistency. Start small, reward often, and watch your dog thrive! 🌟

28/06/2024

Myth: A muzzled dog must be a nasty dog!

Truth: A dog could be wearing a muzzle for various reasons.
🐾 They're going through a training plan and it's a safety piece of kit
🐾They eat stuff off the streets that can make them poorly
🐾They are being desensitised to it
🐾They have to wear one due to BSL legislation

An owner of a muzzled dog may feel judged or worried how their dog will be perceived by the public 😓🐕

When you see a muzzled dog, you don't know for sure why they are wearing it. Give them a bit of space as they might be learning social skills.

Give the owner a smile from a distance or a nod of acknowledgment because you might just make their day 🥰

Here's my boy modelling his muzzle, doesn't he look handsome 💕

26/06/2024

Finally got round to introducing these two ❤️

Meet Chi chi and Buu 😺😺

When we brought these home we were conscious about how Tank would react to them. He'd never really been overly bothered by cats but he's never shared his home with one 😬

Bless them, they were very scared and timid little things so had their own cat room upstairs so I could build a bond with them and help them feel safe first 🥰

We scent swapped so Tank and the kittens could get used to one another and then allowed the kitten to approach him in their own time 🐕🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛

Fast forward 2 months and we have a very happy harmonious house 🥰
In fact they're starting to gang up on me to access double treats 🤣

When introducing a new pet to a resident dog:
🐾Make sure they all feel safe and secure
🐾Have their own safe spaces they can retreat too and not be bothered
🐾Reward good interactions between them
🐾Share your affection evenly
🐾Take it slow!